Commercial Project Manager - General Contractor (Ground-Up & TI)
AlphaHire
Apply to this jobWe are seeking a Senior Commercial Project Manager with proven General Contractor experience to lead ground-up and tenant improvement (TI) projects across the Los Angeles market.
This role requires full ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, and client coordination. You’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality commercial projects while driving schedule, cost, and performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
- Oversee subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, and buyout
- Manage contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- Partner with Superintendents to ensure alignment between field execution and project plan
- Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, and consultants
- Ensure compliance with Los Angeles building codes, permitting, and safety requirements
- Identify project risks and drive proactive solutions
- Lead OAC meetings and maintain strong client communication
- Manage project closeout, punch lists, and final turnover
Requirements
- 5–10+ years of experience with a General Contractor
- Proven track record managing commercial ground-up and/or TI projects
- Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control, and subcontractor management
- Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with Los Angeles permitting processes preferred
- Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar
- Strong leadership and communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-based bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO and paid holidays
Summary
Lead commercial construction projects, manage schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and client relations.
Job title
Commercial Project Manager - General Contractor (Ground-Up & TI)
Experience level
5+ years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
construction
Location requirements
Long Beach, California, with remote work not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Long Beach, CA, USA